Walkerswood Jerk Marinade

Jerk is a Jamaican tradition. The authentic method of jerking has been credited to the Maroons. These Jamaican heroes were runaway slaves who lived in the rugged mountains of the island and hunted wild boar. Portions of meat were highly seasoned with peppers & spices and cooked slowly over a fire pit of smoking pimento wood. Jerk was an option to salt curing which also helped to prevent spoilage in the tropical heat.

The depth of flavor is achieved by seasoning large cuts of meat and allowing it to marinate in the spices before cooking. The results are hot, spicy chunks of tender meat.

Today, chicken has become even more popular than pork and the outdoor jerk pan or flame grill is a favorite eating spot in every town.

With Walkerswood Jerk Marinade, you can re-create these dishes at home in your oven without much fuss. We recommend that you adjust the amount of marinade to suit your taste. It is deceptively potent and you will only need 2-3 Tbls. for 3 lbs. of meat.